Rumor: Delta Switching to Revenue Based Loyalty in 2025

Delta will be making some big changes to their SkyMiles program which will be announced on September 14th, so we’ll have to wait till next week for the official announcement. However, per an internal source, Delta does plan to switch to a revenue based loyalty program, which will completely eliminate Medallion Qualification Miles MQMs. These…

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Delta Launches Honolulu (HNL) to Tokyo Haneda (HND) Service

Delta announced they’ll be launching new service from Honolulu (HNL) to Tokyo-Haneda (HND) starting on on Oct. 28, 2023. Prior to the pandemic, Delta used to offer service from Honolulu (HNL) to Tokyo-Narita (NRT) but that was discontinued, so it’s great to see Delta bringing back service to Tokyo. Per Delta, Delta will launch a…

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New Marriott Promotion: Earn 1,500 Bonus Points Per Stay + More

Marriott Bonvoy announced its newest global promotion where members can earn 1,500 bonus points on each stay plus an additional 3,000 bonus points for every three hotel brands. This is valid for stays from September 12 through December 6, 2023. Register now, then earn from September 12 through December 6, 2023. Registration ends November 22, 2023.…

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American Airlines Adds Several New International Routes

American Airlines announced it will be launching several new international routes next summer. American Airlines will add flights to three new European cities in 2024 — Copenhagen, Denmark (CPH); Nice, France (NCE); and Naples, Italy (NAP) — starting next summer. Per American Airlines, American will add new nonstop service to Europe, with flights from Philadelphia…

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World of Hyatt Cardmembers: Earn 20% Points Back at Independent Brands

World of Hyatt has announced its latest promotion for World of Hyatt Credit Cardmembers. This new offer runs from July 11 through September 17, 2023, where cardmembers will 20% of redeemed points back as Bonus Points Only at Hyatt’s independent collection brands. Per Hyatt, From July 11 through September 17, 2023, World of Hyatt Credit…

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Earn Double Points on International Stays with World of Hyatt Bonus Journeys

World of Hyatt has launched its latest promotion Bonus Journeys offer where members can earn double points at 400+ participating hotels in Europe, Africa, the Middle East and Asia Pacific. You can earn up to 25,000 Bonus Points with this offer starting with your second qualifying stay from July 1, 2023 through September 15, 2023. Earn double points…

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Hotel Review: The Langley, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Buckinghamshire

The Langley, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Buckinghamshire is located in the former manor home of the third Duke of Marlborough in the town of Slough. The property is a 45 minutes drive to Central London, and only 15 minutes from London Heathrow. This boutique property features just 41 guestrooms and suites. In terms of redeeming Marriott Bonvoy…

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Amex 30% Transfer Bonus To Virgin Atlantic

American Express is offering a 30% transfer bonus to Virgin Atlantic Flying Club now through June 14, 2023. With this bonus, you’ll now receive 1,300 Flying Club miles per 1,000 Membership Rewards points. You must be logged into your Membership Rewards account to view this offer. Membership Rewards normally transfer to Virgin Atlantic Flying Club at a 1:1…

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Hotel Review: Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City

The Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City has 700 guest rooms including 33 suites and is located downtown Salt Lake City next to the Salt Palace Convention Center. The property recently opened in October 2022. This property is a World of Hyatt Category 3 property, meaning free standard awards are available for 12,000 points per night, and range…

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New Delta Sky Club at Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)

Delta opened its newest Sky Club this week at Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP). The new Sky Club is the airport’s third location, located in G Concourse, near gates 17 and 18 and is open daily from from 4:30am until 10:15pm. The 21,000 square foot club boasts seating for 450 customers including  a year-round, all-weather Sky…

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Revival Baltimore Hotel Leaving Hyatt

The Revival Baltimore Hotel a member of Hyatt’s joie de vivre brand, will be leaving Hyatt on May 3rd. It’s unclear if this will be operated independently or if will be joining another chain. The property has 107 rooms and is located in Baltimore’s historic Mount Vernon neighborhood. The Revival Baltimore is currently a World of Hyatt category…

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Hyatt’s Mexico Expansion through 2025

Hyatt announced plans to grow in Mexico, by increasing its brand portfolio by 30% now through 2025. Much of this growth is a direct result of Hyatt Adding More Luxury Resorts; ALG Acquisition. Here’s some highlights of what’s opening soon:  Coming soon in spring 2023, Hyatt Regency Mexico City Insurgentes will be a new capital-city hub for…

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